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Seriously, a recipe today! :D I drafted this November 14th so it’s about time I posted it-lol. I’ve shared a few of my friend, Teri’s, recipes before (see them all here), and this one is just as wonderful as the others. She made this punch for my last baby shower and it was delicious! I’m sure once you scan the ingredients, you won’t have a hard time figuring out why. It’s very decadent! She also made it for her daughter’s wedding and the holiday party at her home last week, and I think it’s great for any occassion. New Year’s Eve, maybe? :)

In a large saucepan, bring the water to a boil. Remove from heat and add Nesquik, sugar and coffee; stir until dissolved. Cover and refrigerate for 4 hours or overnight. About 30 minutes before serving, pour into a punch bowl. Add ice cream by scoopfuls, stir until partially melted. Garnish with dollops of whipped cream and chocolate curls.

There’s probably not a huge need amongst the masses for an ice-cold autumnal punch recipe, since usually you want to start drinking hot beverages when the weather cools, but this is a nice refreshing drink that is a great alternative to serve at holiday gatherings. Thanksgiving, even? My sister, Lacey (that’s her hands pouring the punch below), mixed up a big punch-bowl full for my Lil’ Pumpkin Baby Shower and there was hardly a drop left by the end. It was so perfect with the pumpkin cupcakes and the entire theme and tasted wonderful!

And if you’re in need of more Thanksgiving recipes, I’ve updated my current favorites on the side bar. I love everything over there and can’t wait to eat some of it soon! Gobble gobble! :D

Cranberry & Apple Cider Punch

Combine the apple cider, cranberry juice, and ginger ale in a large punch bowl. Scoop the orange sherbet on top and allow to sit for at least half an hour before serving. Stir the sherbet into the punch and serve. Fills 1 large punch bowl.

*Veronica’s notes:I made ice cubes by freezing two batches of the single serving recipe for this punch linked to below, however the ice cubes aren’t really necessary with the orange sherbet, which keeps the punch cold. Also, Dennis added the sherbet and only used half of the half gallon, but I think it would be best with a full half gallon.